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Trump says he wants UFC chief Dana White for White House press secretary

Trump says he wants UFC chief Dana White for White House press secretary

WASHINGTON, Nov 7 (Reuters) - US President Donald Trump on Saturday said he had asked mixed martial arts promoter Dana White to serve as White House press secretary and called on him to bring some fighters along as assistants "even though some are not from our country."
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Victor Davis Hanson and Carol Roth Discuss Economic and Political Outlook Following Midterm Elections

Victor Davis Hanson and Carol Roth Discuss Economic and Political Outlook Following Midterm Elections

On November 6, 2026, Hoover Institution senior fellow Victor Davis Hanson and former investment banker Carol Roth appeared on The Glenn Beck Program to discuss the economic and political ramifications of the recent midterm elections. The discussion followed a significant drop in the Dow Jones Industrial Average, described as its biggest hit since the COVID-19 pandemic, which resulted in substantial losses for average 401(k) accounts. This economic downturn was attributed to Democrats regaining a majority in Congress, leading to concerns about potential policy changes. Specifically, there are threats to target AI data centers and President Trump's energy deals. Hanson and Roth analyzed what the next two years might look like for President Trump, who will now have to contend with a Democrat-controlled House and Senate, and how these political shifts could impact the affordability crisis.
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President Trump's Declarations Lead to Expanded U.S.-Denmark-Greenland Security Cooperation Amidst Arctic Power Struggle

President Trump's Declarations Lead to Expanded U.S.-Denmark-Greenland Security Cooperation Amidst Arctic Power Struggle

The United States has expanded practical security cooperation with Denmark and Greenland, a development stemming from President Trump's declarations regarding Greenland. This increased cooperation occurs as Russia and China are aggressively pursuing power and influence in the Arctic region. Russia, in particular, is giving disciplined, long-term priority to the Arctic, with melting ice encouraging commercial investment and facilitating military activity. China has also adopted an assertive posture in the region. In contrast, the Obama, Biden, and Trump administrations have generally not given sustained emphasis to the Arctic, with President Trump's actions concerning Greenland being a notable exception. Russia's President Vladimir Putin is relentlessly pursuing power and influence, evidenced by the visible expansion of surface ships beyond customary submarine presence. A recent U.S. Congress report detailed Russia's sustained expansion of military capabilities in the North, including the reactivation of ol...
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FAA Announces Regulatory Streamlining and Workforce Expansion for Commercial Space Transportation

FAA Announces Regulatory Streamlining and Workforce Expansion for Commercial Space Transportation

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy announced four key regulatory actions by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) aimed at streamlining commercial space launch and reentry licensing. These actions are part of President Trump's initiative to supercharge America's commercial space industry. The FAA has issued proposed rules that define when a flight abort is not mandatory, clarify abort requirements and thresholds, and allow operators to account for vehicle breakup to rule out high-consequence multi-casualty events during random reentry. A final rule also applies minor technical corrections across commercial space regulations. Additionally, the FAA plans a comprehensive overhaul of its licensing framework in 2027 to accommodate an anticipated 1,000 launches per year by 2030. To support this growth, the agency is expanding its Office of Commercial Space Transportation workforce, hiring aerospace engineers to accelerate application turnaround while maintaining safety standards. The FAA is also see...
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Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy Announces Regulatory Actions to Streamline Commercial Space Transportation

Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy Announces Regulatory Actions to Streamline Commercial Space Transportation

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy announced four key regulatory actions by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) aimed at streamlining commercial space launch and reentry licensing. These actions are part of a broader plan for a major regulatory overhaul in 2027, designed to reduce regulatory burdens and enhance operational flexibility without compromising safety standards. The FAA also revealed a hiring initiative to expand its Office of Commercial Space Transportation. The specific actions include proposed rules defining when a flight abort is not mandatory, clarifying requirements and thresholds for abort occurrences, and allowing operators to account for vehicle breakup to prevent high-consequence multi-casualty events during random reentry. Additionally, a final rule applies minor technical corrections across commercial space regulations. Secretary Duffy emphasized that these measures are intended to support President Trump's goal of supercharging America's commercial space industry.
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FAA Proposes New Rules to Streamline Commercial Space Launch Licensing and Reduce Regulatory Burdens

FAA Proposes New Rules to Streamline Commercial Space Launch Licensing and Reduce Regulatory Burdens

FAA Proposes New Rules to Streamline Commercial Space Launch Licensing and Reduce Regulatory Burdens
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US FAA administrator to testify on $12.5 billion air traffic overhaul

US FAA administrator to testify on $12.5 billion air traffic overhaul

By David Shepardson WASHINGTON, Nov 6 (Reuters) - The head of the Federal Aviation Administration will testify next week before a House of Representatives panel on the ongoing $12.5 billion effort to modernize the aging US air traffic control system, congressional aides said on Friday.
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California Gov. Gavin Newsom Commutes Hundreds of Death Row Sentences

California Gov. Gavin Newsom Commutes Hundreds of Death Row Sentences

The move comes on the same day the United States plans to execute three people, the second time this has happened in 2026
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Analysis-Trump could woo North Korea after midterm setback, but Kim may not respond

Analysis-Trump could woo North Korea after midterm setback, but Kim may not respond

By Brenda Goh, Tamiyuki Kihara and David Brunnstrom SEOUL/TOKYO/WASHINGTON, Nov 6 (Reuters) - The rebuke President Donald Trump suffered in the US midterm elections could prompt him to step up efforts to re-engage North Korea, but any willingness to make major concessions risks creating friction
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Pope Leo tells Argentina's Trump-ally Milei that leaders must know limits of power

Pope Leo tells Argentina's Trump-ally Milei that leaders must know limits of power

By Joshua McElwee and Leila Miller BUENOS AIRES, Nov 8 (Reuters) - Pope Leo on Sunday urged Argentina to safeguard its democracy in a closely watched speech to President Javier Milei, a close ally of US President Donald Trump, during the second stop of a 12-day South American tour by the Catholic
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U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy Initiates Floppy Disk Retirement in Air Traffic Control Modernization

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy Initiates Floppy Disk Retirement in Air Traffic Control Modernization

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy announced on November 5, 2026, that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is advancing its air traffic control system modernization by replacing outdated floppy disks. These disks, which store critical weather and operational information, are being phased out in favor of the new Enterprise – Information Display System (E-IDS). This system consolidates four older systems, some dating back to the 1980s, into a single, secure platform. E-IDS aims to provide air traffic controllers with faster access to necessary information, reduce repair costs, and enhance safety for the flying public. The initial deployment includes facilities at Atlantic City International Airport, Nashville International Airport, Greater Rochester International Airport, and data processing hubs in Atlanta and Salt Lake City. The FAA plans to install E-IDS in 435 sites by the end of 2028. This initiative is part of a broader effort under Secretary Duffy's leadership to upgrade the national ai...
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Department of Justice Establishes AI Task Force to Combat Misuse and Promote U.S. Dominance

Department of Justice Establishes AI Task Force to Combat Misuse and Promote U.S. Dominance

The Department of Justice (DOJ) has announced the formation of a new Super Intelligence Task Force (DOJ-SITF) to address the misuse of artificial intelligence (AI) and promote American leadership in the field. Co-chaired by Associate Attorney General Stanley Woodward and Associate Deputy Attorney General Stephen Weiss, the DOJ-SITF will consolidate existing AI-related efforts, including the work of the previous AI Litigation Task Force. Attorney General Todd Blanche stated in an October 13 memo that the task force will focus on preventing the compromise of U.S. AI leadership by foreign state actors, transnational criminal organizations, and individuals engaged in fraud or other unlawful conduct. The DOJ-SITF will also serve as the primary liaison with the Super Intelligence Force, a broader government initiative announced by President Trump and led by National Intelligence Director Jay Clayton, which coordinates engagement with AI companies and organizations. The task force aims to identify and prosecute t...